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When it comes to Christmas magic, Gaylord National in National Harbor, Maryland always goes big. Last year, the resort and conference center had to cancel it’s usual holiday festivities due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic.
This year, the holiday spirt is back and better than ever. Check out the line-up of 15 activities sure to thrill every member of the family.
I Love Christmas Movies™
Walk through iconic scenes from five of your favorite Christmas movies in a multi-sensory experience that is at Gaylord National for the first time! Interact with scenes, characters, replica film props and audio from The Polar Express™, Elf™, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation™, A Christmas Story™, and The Year Without A Santa Claus™. Tickets are $25 for children ages 4-11 and $33 for ages 12+.
Snow Flow Mountain
Enjoy a mechanized, snow play space as you slide on conveyer belts, ride tubes down a chilly slide or enjoy a hilly ice coaster. Price is $20.99 per person.
Ice Bumper Cars
Think bumper cars only on ice! Slide, bump and spin with your friends and family. Tickets are $10.99 per ride.
Merry Snoopy Scavenger Hunt
Help Snoopy deck his house out for the Dog House Decorating Competition in this fun scavenger hunt. Follow all the clues to complete the quest and win a prize. Price is $11.99 per book.
The Greatest Story Stage Show
Witness what has been called the “greatest story ever told” -- the birth and life of Jesus live on stage in a musical show performed by six international storytellers. This multicultural celebration of everlasting faith, hope and love will warm your heart during this season of miracles. Complimentary seating available on a first come, first served basis. Guaranteed seating available for purchase at $12.99 per person.
Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Traditions
Join the jolliest hostess of all for a fun-filled celebration of Christmas traditions. Delight in the retelling of 'Twas The Night Before Christmas, sing along to favorite holiday songs and share a batch of Santa's favorite snack - warm, freshly-baked Christmas cookies and ice cold milk. Tickets are $12.99 per person.
Snowball Build and Blast
Build and toss real snowballs to boost the power of the snowmaking machines and earn points in this fun experience at Snow Factory, the mechanized, snowy play space. Tickets are $11.99 per turn.
Sugary Sweet Storytime
The Sugar Plum Fairy and Nutcracker Prince will retell the story of The Nutcracker in an interactive experience with holiday sing-alongs, tasty treats and lots of laughs. This activity is an exclusive and complimentary event for hotel guests only.
In addition to these fun holiday experiences, enjoy ice skating, Build-A-Bear workshop, holiday dining, photos with Santa, gingerbread decorating, seasonal spa treatments and of course acres of festive holiday lights and decorations!
Festivities begin Nov. 26 and run through Dec. 31. Reserve your tickets today at https://christmasatgaylordnational.marriott.com/all-activities. Bundles for multiple holiday activities are also available.
